There are things that I *know*, and understand, but on some level still can't believe. Like: that an enormous mansion with swimming pool in rural secluded place can cost half what a normal sized terraced house in south-eastern city costs.

interesting! I think it's possible that both are true. That is: that people think, 'Isn't it unfortunate that boys tend to have these qualities?' and then both treat the qualities as unfortunate when encountered, and simultaneously make it a self-fulfilling prophecy.